Description:

A Full-Service Global Law Firm is currently seeking a Patent Attorney with two to four years of experience to join our Intellectual Property and Technology practice. This position will be based in our Washington DC office

The position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated patent prosecution and technical analysis work relating to computer hardware, computer software, telecommunications, electrical, electromechanical, and automotive technologies.

Responsibilities include mid-level patent work such as drafting, filing, and prosecuting US patent applications, managing and coordinating international patent application strategies, preparing patentability, non-infringement, and invalidity opinions, and overall intellectual property counseling.

Academic and Professional Qualifications:

U.S. Juris Doctorate Degree
Admission to the District of Columbia Bar is expected if not currently admitted.
Candidates should possess an undergraduate degree or advanced degree in
Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or similar background.
Experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications is also required.
Experience in drafting patentability, non-infringement, and invalidity opinions, as well as general client counseling in Intellectual Property issues, is considered a plus.

Qualities, Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Two to four years of experience practicing patent law and proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with others on complex matters.
Demonstrated experience in drafting and prosecuting patent applications.
Strong legal writing skills are essential.
Excellent communication skills are essential, both written and oral.
Consistently excellent judgment is essential.
Must be a self-starter, have the ability to prioritize workload, and work well under pressure.
Possessing strong analytical skills is essential.
Industry, court clerk, and/or USPTO examiner experience desirable.
Experience and skill in analyzing patents is strongly preferred.